2002 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2005 Saturn Relay
To start off, 2005 Saturn Relay is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Buick Rendezvous. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Buick Rendezvous would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Saturn Relay is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Buick Rendezvous (240 HP) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Saturn Relay. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn Relay. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saturn Relay weights approximately 271 kg more than 2002 Buick Rendezvous.
Because 2005 Saturn Relay is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Buick Rendezvous. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Saturn Relay will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Saturn Relay (299 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Buick Rendezvous. (285 Nm). This means 2005 Saturn Relay will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Buick Rendezvous | 2005 Saturn Relay | |
Make | Buick | Saturn |
Model | Rendezvous | Relay |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 285 Nm | 299 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 91.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1839 kg | 2110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3080 mm |